Guenther Steiner credits Fernando Alonso for Aston Martin Dutch GP points
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner stated that Fernando Alonso is responsible for Aston Martin securing points at the Dutch Grand Prix. Aston Martin entered the Zandvoort race with a power unit upgrade provided by Honda. This development followed the introduction of a B-spec car that debuted earlier this season at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Despite the new components being available to both drivers, Steiner emphasized that Alonso alone carried the team’s performance during the weekend. The comments arrive as Aston Martin continues to integrate its latest technical updates to improve its position in the standings. Steiner’s assessment highlights the reliance of the team on its veteran driver during a period of ongoing equipment adjustments.
- •Guenther Steiner identifies Fernando Alonso as the sole contributor to the points finish in Zandvoort.
- •Aston Martin equipped its vehicles with a new Honda power unit for the Dutch Grand Prix.
- •The team previously introduced a B-spec car at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
- •Technical upgrades are intended to improve Aston Martin's overall competitiveness in the current season.
- 9:00 PMMotorsport.com — Fernando Alonso "saved" Aston Martin after difficult Dutch GP weekend, says Guenther Steiner
"Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner believes Fernando Alonso is solely responsible for Aston Martin's points finish at the Dutch Grand Prix. Aston Martin arrived at Zandvoort with a highly anticipated power unit upgrade package from its engine partner Honda, following other major car upgrades in the form of a B-spec car at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Armed with the upgrades, Lance ...Keep reading
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